
Texas Soccer Prepares for 2026 Season Under New Coach Margueritte Bates
First‑year head coach Margueritte Bates leads the Longhorns through a demanding nonconference slate and SEC matchups, hoping to forge a new identity after losing key scorers.
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First‑year head coach Margueritte Bates leads the Longhorns through a demanding nonconference slate and SEC matchups, hoping to forge a new identity after losing key scorers.

The Aggies finished 11‑2, reached the College Football Playoff, and now face a pivotal offensive coordinator change while aiming to turn a breakthrough into a sustained championship program.

A Colorado judge’s preliminary injunction could grant fifth‑year eligibility to 2022 graduates, affecting Baylor athletes across football, basketball and baseball as the NCAA prepares to appeal and reshape eligibility rules.

From Boise State’s showdown with Fresno State to Georgia’s rematch with Alabama, the 2026 schedule promises defining moments for playoff contention.

Mizzou’s special teams unit struggled in 2024, but a new coaching staff, a returning kicker and a highly ranked punter bring fresh hope for a bounce‑back season.
In 2027 Tampa will welcome the next chapter of the Georgia‑Florida football rivalry, a game steeped in history and now set to showcase the city’s beaches, Riverwalk and vibrant community.

Missouri opens fall camp Monday, aiming to translate preseason optimism into on‑field performance after an 8‑5 season.

A 4‑8 season ended Billy Napier’s tenure, but a win over preseason No. 1 Texas and a new coaching staff have reignited hopes that the Gators can disrupt the 2026 College Football Playoff picture.
Over 100 women’s college basketball players have signed union authorization cards, with Oregon State’s filing marking the first formal effort by female athletes to unionize, spurring a broader movement backed by labor advocates and political figures

With head coach Brent Venables entering his fifth year, Oklahoma's special teams unit blends award‑winning experience and fresh talent, aiming to build on a season that climbed from 33rd to 21st in SP+ efficiency.

Judge Charlotte Sweeney’s ruling granting a fifth year of eligibility to the 2022 college sports class has ignited a cascade of uncertainty, prompting appeals, roster reshuffles and a bipartisan legislative push for stability.
Arkansas routed Carleton 98-58 in their first exhibition, highlighting a potent new backcourt and depth that bodes well for the upcoming season.

After two consecutive 20‑point losses, UCLA turned to Serbian prospects Filip Jović and Sergej Macura to reinforce a frontline that struggled with rim attempts and put‑back opportunities.

Vanderbilt’s soccer program kicks off its 2026 campaign with a public Black‑vs‑Gold scrimmage, showcasing key attackers and a competitive goalkeeper battle before the season officially begins.

With a December 1 deadline approaching, the College Football Playoff’s expansion to 24 teams remains unresolved, leaving the future of the format in the hands of the two most powerful conferences.

Head coach Fred Hoiberg announced the upcoming non‑conference slate, featuring October exhibitions, neutral‑site contests, an in‑state showdown and a Big Ten‑SEC clash before the regular season concludes with home games in December.

At the 2026 College Football Media Days, key storylines included the SEC’s breakaway discussions, a push for a 24‑team playoff, and notable player health updates, reflecting the sport’s shifting dynamics.

The 2025 Iowa Hawkeyes football season featured tight losses to top opponents, with coaches highlighting the squad’s underrated talent and readiness for future battles.

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz recently sparked conversation by likening today’s college football landscape to the sport’s 1970s heyday, a period marked by a handful of powerhouse programs that routinely captured national titles.

Urban Meyer’s latest top‑10 college football poll spotlights the Gators, who are entering a pivotal season under head coach Jon Sumrall, a $44.7 million, six‑year hire who brings a fresh staff and a roster heavy with transfers.

USC head coach Lincoln Riley says a 24‑team College Football Playoff would not dilute the sport’s quality and would honor the game’s heritage while giving more teams a shot at the national stage

Ahmad Hardy’s recovery, new offensive pieces and a challenging schedule could reshape Missouri’s 2026 season.

The Razorbacks are set to open the 2025 season against Baylor, having secured the SEC regular‑season title last year and returning a core group of scorers and defenders.

At a Baton Rouge Rotary Club gathering, Lane Kiffin mixed humor about his former schools with candid thoughts on the transfer portal, NIL compensation, AI in player evaluation and the SEC’s shift to a nine‑game slate, ending on an optimistic note for LSU’s upcoming season.